Celebrity Webinar Series - January 2020

Please click the Flier link below for details about these webinars.

Polystyrene Reduction Ban Bylaw - Effective January 1, 2020

In summary, this bylaw is to promote safe, reusable, and sustainable alternatives. It will also enhance both public and environmental health and reduce waste management issues.

Please click the Polystyrene Reduction Ban Bylaw Letter & Flier li...

How To Help Your Teen Quit Vaping

For more information, please click the Vaping Letter to Parents link below.

New Tobacco Laws & Information for Tobacco Retailers: Date of Record: December 16, 2019

On December 11, 2019, the state’s Public Health Council approved new regulations, 105 CMR 665, that restrict the sale of nicotine vaping and flavored vaping and tobacco products. This action follows the Legislature passing and Governor Charlie Ba...

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - February 7, 2020

For more information, please contact: Carla Whitlow at 508-755-3773, Ext. 25 or email cwhitlow@aidsprojectworcester.org

Please click the National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day flier link below.

Vaping Video Available!

The audience for this video is adults and the video provides a brief overview of vaping stats, products, and the messages of our New Look of Nicotine Addiction campaign. A link to the video is on the Make Smoking History YouTube page:

My Life, My Quit- Teen Vaping Cessation Resource

 As the vaping epidemic continues to affect our youth, here is a teen tobacco cessation resource to share in your schools and communities.The My Life, My Quit program offers:

• A free and confidential service for teens who want help quitting all for...

Shrewsbury PFAS in Drinking Water Supply Notification

Important information regarding PFAS and the Town of Shrewsbury’s water supply 

Dear Water System Customer: 

In an effort to be proactive in managing and protecting the Town’s public water supply, the Water and Sewer Division recently cond...

SepticSmart Week: September 14 thru September 18, 2020

Each year, EPA holds SepticSmart Week with outreach activities to encourage homeowners and communities to care for and maintain their septic systems.

During SepticSmart Week, EPA seeks to inform homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assi...

Selectmen Drop-in Office Hours

The Board of Selectmen will be holding open office hours on Monday January 27, 2020 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm in the Common Room at Shrewsbury Towers, 36 N Quinsigamond Ave. All are welcome to stop by to discuss anything they wish to with the Board.

https://...

Shrewsbury PFAS in Drinking Water Supply Notification

Important information regarding PFAS and the Town of Shrewsbury’s water supply 

Dear Water System Customer: 

In an effort to be proactive in managing and protecting the Town’s public water supply, the Water and Sewer Division recently cond...

NEW Solid Waste & Recycling Program to begin on MONDAY July 1, 2019

Effective July 1, 2019, the Town of Shrewsbury and Waste Management are introducing a new Solid Waste & Recycling Program. A number of information sessions were held for this rollout which can be viewed at the links below. The top questions and answer...

DPW Newsletter- The Works- January 2020

Electronic Voting Study Committee - Town Meeting Final Report

The Electronic Voting Study Committee review is complete, and their final report is ready for viewing.  Please follow the link provided to download a copy of the Committee's final report.

Shrewsbury Employee Intranet Newsflash

Welcome to the Shrewsbury Employee Intranet.  This area is still under construction.  Please check back often for more information.  

Polystyrene Reduction Ban Bylaw - Effective January 1, 2020

In summary, this bylaw is to promote safe, reusable, and sustainable alternatives. It will also enhance both public and environmental health and reduce waste management issues.

Please click the Polystyrene Reduction Ban Bylaw Letter & Flier li...

Celebrity Webinar Series - January 2020

Please click the Flier link below for details about these 4 separate webinars.

How To Help Your Teen Quit Vaping

For more information, please click the Vaping Letter to Parents link below.

New Tobacco Laws & Information for Tobacco Retailers: Date of Record: December 16, 2019

On December 11, 2019, the state’s Public Health Council approved new regulations, 105 CMR 665, that restrict the sale of nicotine vaping and flavored vaping and tobacco products. This action follows the Legislature passing and Governor Charlie Ba...

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - February 7, 2020

For more information, please contact: Carla Whitlow at 508-755-3773, Ext. 25 or email cwhitlow@aidsprojectworcester.org

Please click the National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day flier link below.

My Life, My Quit- Teen Vaping Cessation Resource

 As the vaping epidemic continues to affect our youth, here is a teen tobacco cessation resource to share in your schools and communities.The My Life, My Quit program offers:

• A free and confidential service for teens who want help quitting all for...

Vaping Video Available!

The audience for this video is adults and the video provides a brief overview of vaping stats, products, and the messages of our New Look of Nicotine Addiction campaign. A link to the video is on the Make Smoking History YouTube page:

SepticSmart Week: September 14 thru September 18, 2020

Each year, EPA holds SepticSmart Week with outreach activities to encourage homeowners and communities to care for and maintain their septic systems.

During SepticSmart Week, EPA seeks to inform homeowners on proper septic system care and maintenance, assi...

New Permitting Fee Schedules

New fee schedules for Driveway, Trench on private property and Road Opening Permits have been in effect since January 1, 2019. Click here to see more details.

Mailbox Replacement Policy

NO Trash/Recycling Delay due to MLK Day

There is NO DELAY on trash or recycling collections due to MLK Day. Monday through Friday routes will be operating on schedule. There is NO DELAY. 

Please make sure all items are to the curb by 7:00 am on your regular collection day.

Visit the Wast...

ABSENTEE BALLOTS - PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION

Absentee Ballots for the March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary are now available at the Town Clerk's office.
The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot is 12:00 noon on Monday, March 2.

Voter Registration for March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary

The deadline to register for the Primary is February 12. 2020. The Town Clerk's Office will be open from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. for voter registration.
Mail-in registration forms must be postmarked by February 12.

2020 Dog License

The 2020 Dog Licenses are now available at the Town Clerk's Office. Deadline to register is March 1. Any dog registered after March 1 is subject to a $10 Late Fee.

Nomination Papers for Annual Town Election Now Available

Nomination papers for the Annual Town Election to be held on May 5, 2020 are now available at the Town Clerk’s office.  Nomination papers must be returned to the Town Clerk’s office by 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 17, 2020.

A minim...

Real Estate & Personal Property Q3 bills mailed on 12/31

Please be advised, Real Estate & Personal Property Q3 bills were mailed on December 31, 2019 and will be due on February 3, 2020.  If you do not receive a bill by January 15, 2020, please contact the Treasurer Collector's office 508-841-8509 ...

2020 Town of Shrewsbury Scholarship Fund Application

Only this official scholarship application will be accepted for review by the Scholarship Committee.  Please review your entire application prior to submission.  Refer to page 4 for Important Information.  You must be a Shrewsbu...

1/16/2020 Update from the Water and Sewer Division - Flushing has concluded for today.

January 16, 2020, 5:00 p.m. - Unidirectional flushing has concluded for today and will be scheduled to continue when the weather permits.

Hydra Tech made good progress today and was able to finish unidirectional flushing on Venus Drive, Neptune Drive, Aspe...

January 13, 2020, Update from the Water and Sewer Division - Water Valve Cleaning and Exercising

January 13, 2020 - Hydra Tech will be continue water valve cleaning and exercising this week, weather permitting.  Work will take place on Main Street from Route 140 to Monadnock Drive and the adjoining streets, Maple Avenue from Main Street to R...

Yard Waste Collection - April 20 thru April 24, 2020

Yard waste must be in the paper lawn & leaf bags.

Bags must not be over-weighted and must be able to close.

Small bundled branches will also be collected if they are no larger than 3" in diameter, cut into four foot lengths, and securely tied into ...

Shrewsbury PFAS in Drinking Water Supply Notification

Important information regarding PFAS and the Town of Shrewsbury’s water supply 

Dear Water System Customer: 

In an effort to be proactive in managing and protecting the Town’s public water supply, the Water and Sewer Division recently cond...

Yard Waste Collection - May 4 thru May 8, 2020

Yard waste must be in the paper lawn & leaf bags.

Bags must not be over-weighted and must be able to close.

Small bundled branches will also be collected if they are no larger than 3" in diameter, cut into four foot lengths, and securely tied into ...

Yard Waste Collection - May 18 thru May 22, 2020

Yard waste must be in the paper lawn & leaf bags.

Bags must not be over-weighted and must be able to close.

Small bundled branches will also be collected if they are no larger than 3" in diameter, cut into four foot lengths, and securely tied into ...

Rubbish & Recycling Delay - May 25 thru May 30, 2020

If your normal collection day is Monday, it will now be picked up on Tuesday, May 26

If your normal collection day is Tuesday, it will now be picked up on Wednesday, May 27

If your normal collection day is Wednesday, it will now be picked up on Thursday, Ma...

Polystyrene Reduction Ban Bylaw - Effective January 1, 2020

A Polystyrene Reduction Bylaw was adopted at a Special Town Meeting held on October 22, 2018. This bylaw will go into effect on January 1, 2020.

In summary, this bylaw is to promote safe, reusable, and sustainable alternatives. It will also enhance both pu...

New Tobacco Laws & Information for Tobacco Retailers: Date of Record: December 16, 2019

On December 11, 2019, the state’s Public Health Council approved new regulations, 105 CMR 665, that restrict the sale of nicotine vaping and flavored vaping and tobacco products. This action follows the Legislature passing and Governor ...

Main Newsflash Articles - Visit departmental pages for more updates, or click on the link below

Lake Quinsigamond Draw Down Notice 2019

The Lake Quinsigamond Commission plans to lower the water level, or draw down, Lake Quinsigamond and Flint Pond on or about Thursday, November 1, 2019. See letter for more details. 

Dean Park Outdoor restrooms closed for winter

The outdoor restroom facilities at Dean Park are closed for the winter due to overnight  freezing temperatures. They will be back on when the warmer weather returns in the spring.

Home Heating Resource Brochure

NO Trash/Recycling Delay due to MLK Day

There is NO DELAY on trash or recycling collections due to MLK Day. Monday through Friday routes will be operating on schedule. There is NO DELAY. 

Please make sure all items are to the curb by 7:00 am on your regular collection day.

Visit the Wast...

Yard Waste Collection - April 20 thru April 24, 2020

Yard waste must be in the paper lawn & leaf bags.

Bags must not be over-weighted and must be able to close.

Small bundled branches will also be collected if they are no larger than 3" in diameter, cut into four foot lengths, and securely tied into ...

Yard Waste Collection - May 4 thru May 8, 2020

Yard waste must be in the paper lawn & leaf bags.

Bags must not be over-weighted and must be able to close.

Small bundled branches will also be collected if they are no larger than 3" in diameter, cut into four foot lengths, and securely tied into ...

Yard Waste Collection - May 18 thru May 22, 2020

Yard waste must be in the paper lawn & leaf bags.

Bags must not be over-weighted and must be able to close.

Small bundled branches will also be collected if they are no larger than 3" in diameter, cut into four foot lengths, and securely tied into ...

Rubbish & Recycling Delay - May 25 thru May 30, 2020

If your normal collection day is Monday, it will now be picked up on Tuesday, May 26

If your normal collection day is Tuesday, it will now be picked up on Wednesday, May 27

If your normal collection day is Wednesday, it will now be picked up on Thursday, Ma...

ABSENTEE BALLOTS - PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION

Absentee Ballots for the March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary are now available at the Town Clerk's office.
The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot is 12:00 noon on Monday, March 2.

Nomination Papers for Annual Town Election Now Available

Nomination papers for the Annual Town Election to be held on May 5, 2020 are now available at the Town Clerk’s office.  Nomination papers must be returned to the Town Clerk’s office by 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 17, 2020.

A minim...

Presidential Primary March 3, 2020

The deadline to register for the Primary is February 12. 2020. The Town Clerk's Office will be open from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. for voter registration.
Mail-in registration forms must be postmarked by February 12.

Early Voting for March 3rd Presidential Primary

Early Voting February 24 to February 28. Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Early voting location is Town Hall, 100 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury, MA. Check in at the Town Clerk's Office.

2020 Dog License

The 2020 Dog Licenses are now available at the Town Clerk's Office. Deadline to register is March 1. Any dog registered after March 1 is subject to a $10 Late Fee.

Shrewsbury PFAS in Drinking Water Supply Notification

Important information regarding PFAS and the Town of Shrewsbury’s water supply 

Dear Water System Customer: 

In an effort to be proactive in managing and protecting the Town’s public water supply, the Water and Sewer Division recently cond...

NEW Solid Waste & Recycling Program to begin on MONDAY July 1, 2019

Effective July 1, 2019, the Town of Shrewsbury and Waste Management are introducing a new Solid Waste & Recycling Program. A number of information sessions were held for this rollout which can be viewed at the links below. The top questions and answer...

Real Estate & Personal Property Q3 bills mailed on 12/31

Please be advised, Real Estate & Personal Property Q3 bills will be mailed on December 31st and will be due February 3rd.  If you do not receive a bill by January 15th, please contact the Treasurer Collector's office 508-841-8509 or by email ...

1/16/2020 Update from the Water and Sewer Division - Flushing has concluded for today.

January 16, 2020, 5:00 p.m. - Unidirectional flushing has concluded for today and will be scheduled to continue when the weather permits.

Hydra Tech made good progress today and was able to finish unidirectional flushing on Venus Drive, Neptune Drive, Aspe...

January 13, 2020 Update from the Water and Sewer Division - Water Valve Cleaning and Exercising

January 13, 2020 - Hydra Tech will be continue water valve cleaning and exercising this week, weather permitting.  Work will take place on Main Street from Route 140 to Monadnock Drive and the adjoining streets, Maple Avenue from Main Street to R...

Shrewsbury PFAS in Drinking Water Supply Notification

Important information regarding PFAS and the Town of Shrewsbury’s water supply

Dear Water System Customer: 

In an effort to be proactive in managing and protecting the Town’s public water supply, the Water and Sewer Division re...